Reasons why women are more prone to yeast infection than men

Research
indicates that women are more prone to yeast infection as compared to men.
After some careful findings, some factors were established to explain why this
is so. One of the factors is the anatomical difference between men and women.
Women have a short urethra that predisposes them to bacteria unlike men. Vaginal yeast infection is the most common
yeast infection amongst women. The high chances of contracting vaginal yeast
infection is also contributed by the proximity of the vagina and the anus. The hormone
estrogen is an important hormone in the body of a woman, it is what defines a
woman, however an increase in estrogen contributes to women getting infected by
yeast. Increase in estrogen alters the PH of the vagina thus creating a
favorable environment for yeast to thrive. One cause of increase of estrogen is
the use of oral contraceptives. Not all oral contraceptives cause an increase in
estrogen but a good number of oral contraceptives cause an increase in the
level of estrogen in the body. This explains why most pregnant women and women
at the second half of their menstrual
cycle. During pregnancy and on the second half period of the menstrual cycle,
the level of estrogen increases. Women are more cautious to their skin complexion and like to look beautiful
and attractive at all times unlike men. Women in their teenage and their early
20s find it challenging to maintain a spotless clear skin especially on their
face due to acne. So as to get rid of acne and attain that clear, soft and
beautiful skin, most women use antibiotics. A continuous use of antibiotics
predisposes them to contract yeast infection because antibiotics kill and destroy
the friendly bacteria in the intestine that help to keep off the harmful yeast
bacteria. Women are also said to be cautious about their health and thus
frequently visit the doctor as compared to men. They visit the doctor due to
common health problems such as fever, cold and coughs and the doctor
administers antibiotics. Douching is another major cause of yeast infection amongst women. The
products used in douching destroy the lactobacilli bacteria and alter the Ph
balance of the vagina making women susceptible
to yeast infection. The great
tight fitting female clothes and synthetic underwear could also contribute to
yeast infection in women. A warm and moist environment is ideal for the growth
of yeast. Tight fitting clothes and the synthetic underwear don’t allow
aeration thus creating too much heat and moisture. Women who are more prone to
yeast infection should avoid tight fitting clothes or at least wear them often
and opt for cotton underwear other than synthetic ones. These are the main reasons as to why women are more likely to get yeast
infection as compared to men. This does not in anyway meant that women should
not be concerned about a yeast infection, it is instead to inform women and
help them avoid or keep off from the main causes that predispose them to yeast
infection. If all the factors that encourage the thriving of yeast are avoided,
women can enjoy a healthy life free from any yeast infection.